Bay Area homeless population rose to a record 38,891 people in 2024
Briefly

The Bay Area's homeless population grew 6% to an estimated 38,891 in 2024, reflecting ongoing challenges with housing affordability and mental health issues.
Gov. Gavin Newsom attributed California's slower rise in homelessness to unprecedented funding for local programs, though Republicans criticized his optimistic narrative amidst a national crisis.
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